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UN Pauses Evacuation Plans in Strait of Hormuz

Updated 2026-06-26 15:25 UTC 1 source Negative

The UN has temporarily halted plans to evacuate sailors from the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo vessel was struck by a projectile near Oman. Iran has stated that all ships must pass with its permission, raising tensions.

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Al Jazeera
A cargo vessel had been struck by a projectile near Oman, as Iran says all ships must pass with its permission.
2026-06-26 14:59 UTC
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